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College to Corporate Internship - Investment Management - PA

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Vanguard

College to Corporate Internship - Investment Management - PA

Malvern, PA

Drive superior investment results

Why join Vanguard's College to Corporate Internship Program for Investment Management? You will experience buy-side investing with an innovative investment management organization. Your internship will provide an opportunity to collaborate alongside a team of premier investment professionals and influence the outcomes of over fifty million clients. Through hands-on involvement with the global investment ecosystem, and access to the tools and resources you need to succeed, you'll learn how we help shape the financial future of our clients.

In this internship program:

  • Work as part of Vanguard's investment teams including fixed income, equity, quantitative equity, investment strategy, FinTech, portfolio review, and risk management. You will work in a department that draws upon your experience and interest, as well as meets strategic business needs
  • Experience a comprehensive approach to investing that employs a range of strategies across asset classes, growing your expertise while developing a broad understanding of Vanguard's mission driven investment philosophy
  • Be part of a smaller cadre size which support opportunities focused on learning, individualized feedback, and close community connections
  • Collaborate with others and lead a project distilling complex data to uncover insights that you will present to leadership - influencing decisions that directly affect investors
  • Meet regularly with your department manager, internship program manager, assigned buddy, and key business leaders. Receive personalized coaching and mentorship

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Lead the future of investing

  • At Vanguard, we value community, camaraderie, and leaders who are adaptable and independent-minded. Your upbeat work ethic, leadership, and communication abilities will be invaluable as we advance our mission to make investing accessible to everyone. Strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and conceptual creativity will help further your expertise in investments and products in a dynamic internship program, preparing for a career in investment management.
  • Upon successful completion of the program, you will have the opportunity to apply for a full-time position, including one of the Vanguard rotational programs. These opportunities are designed to provide a broad work-training experience prior to launching into your specific role.

What it takes

  • Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher preferred.
  • Open to all fields of study. Prior participants have studied Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, and Computer Science, among many others.
  • Effective communication, analytical thinking, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Adaptability, the ability to learn quickly, and take initiative
  • Passion for investment management
  • Results oriented with the ability to lead several priorities
  • Strong technical acumen a plus, including data analytical, statistical, storytelling, and coding skills
  • A commitment to strengthening communities through your time and talent

Special Factors

  • At this time Vanguard is only considering candidates that will not now, or in the future, need sponsorship or other immigration support to obtain US work authorization
  • This program is a 10-week, full-time, paid summer internship
  • The start date for this program will be May 27th, 2026
  • Acceptance into the program is contingent upon a successful drug-screening result

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Client-provided location(s): Malvern, PA 19355, USA
Job ID: Vanguard-166461
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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